Monday, June 18, 2007

SENATE TO REINTRODUCE IMMIGRATION BILL

Senate Democratic and Republican leaders agreed to revive the controversial immigration bill Thursday, June 14 after pulling it earlier this month. The bill will likely reappear before the Fourth of July recess, says several sources, during which the Senate will take a look at approximately 22 amendments divided between the two parties.

The NRA (National Restaurant Association) says it’s pleased the bill will be revived, but hopes the Senate will change certain provisions, including large fines for hiring illegal aliens.